KFC has announced the launch of its new Original Recipe Tenders, double hand-breaded and seasoned with the restaurant chain’s secret blend of 11 herbs and spices and fried.
The company is offering the tenders in a value box of three pieces, Secret Recipe Fries and a choice of two signature sauces, for $5.
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In addition to individual deals, KFC is rolling out family meal options and a series of daily deals exclusive to KFC Rewards members.
From 19 October to 31 October 2024, members can enjoy 13 days of special offers leading up to Halloween. These promotions will feature the new Original Recipe Tenders among other favourites from the KFC menu.
KFC US chief marketing officer and chief development officer Catherine Tan-Gillespie said: “We know consumers crave bold flavour and chicken tenders are a familiar favourite – that’s why we’re proudly proclaiming the deliciousness of our new tenders seasoned with our secret recipe of 11 herbs and spices.
“And with an unbeatable $5 deal, we think you’ll agree our new tenders are poised to win the chicken tender battle.”
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